Mexico Beach, Florida

Mexico Beach, Florida is a small beachfront community located on the easternmost end of Florida's world famous Emerald Coast. Bordered on the west by Tyndall Air Force Base, the area's location is set apart from the busier, beaches of Panama City Beach, Destin, and Pensacola Beach.

Lifestyle

With only 1,000 permanent residents, Mexico Beach is one of those places you may have dreamed about but never thought you would have the chance to experience. The waters along this 5-mile crescent-shaped beach are safe and clean, the sugar-white sands are soft beneath your feet, and the locals are warm, friendly and helpful. If that sounds too good to be true, then come see for yourself. After the first visit, your only disappointment will be that you didn't find your way to this special place sooner.

Restaurants

The Mexico Beach area is home to several enjoyable restaurants, including a beachfront hangout known as Toucan's - complete with a playground for the kids right on the beach within easy view of your table. A Tiki bar and beach volleyball court add to Toucan's charm, helping make it one of Mexico Beach's favorites.

Fishing Extending out into the Gulf of Mexico, the Mexico Beach Pier is a popular local landmark, making it possible for almost anyone to land "the big one". Charter boat captains offer offshore fishing trips into the deeper waters of the Gulf of Mexico in search of Red Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, King Mackerel and other coveted species. Boat owners can also launch their own vessels from the community's newly expanded public boat ramp, making their way to the gulf through the city's system of protected navigable canals.

Shopping

In harmony with Mexico Beach's small town charm, local businesses offer a variety of shopping opportunities. Quaint gift shops, bait shops, a marina ship's store, a small grocery store, convenience stores and other small mom-and-pop businesses can be found without having to navigate the crowded large chain stores, shopping malls, outlet malls, and the like. Everything in Mexico Beach is relaxed, including the shopping experience.